$1,140,000
SOLD JUL 8, 2025

249 Spreckels Dr Aptos, CA 95003

3 Beds
2 Baths
1,437 Sq Ft
3,006 Sq Ft Lot

Recently Sold

$793 Per Sq Ft

8% Below List Price

10 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Wood Flooring
  • High Ceiling
  • Aptos High School Rated A-
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Granite Countertops

About This Home

As of July 2025

Living in this charming Rio Flats area home means you're just a short stroll from the beach, which is perfect for those who love spending time by the ocean. With its laid-back vibe, this property feels like the ultimate beach retreat. Inside, you'll find hardwood floors and two beautifully remodeled bathrooms that add a touch of modern style, while unique lighting fixtures give the space a fun and artsy feel. The primary suite is a cozy retreat, and the outdoor shower is a great way to rinse off after a day at the beach. The nicely hardscaped front and backyards create a beautiful outdoor space to enjoy, and with a one-car garage plus additional parking for 3-4 cars, you've got plenty of room for your vehicles. This home is perfect for anyone looking for a beach home that's brimming with charm and character.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Ben Strock

eXp Realty of California Inc License #70010201 Listed on: 05/09/2025

eXp Realty of California Inc

Co-Listed By

Bjorn Berg

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02019108

Last Buyer's Agent

Katie Caragio

eXp Realty of California Inc License #02128251

eXp Realty of California Inc

Home Details

Home Type

  • Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $12,233

Year Built

  • Built in 1970

Lot Details

  • 3,006 Sq Ft Lot
  • Back and Front Yard Fenced
  • Grass Covered Lot
  • Zoning described as R-1-4

Parking

  • 1 Car Garage
  • Off-Street Parking

Home Design

  • Flat Roof Shape
  • Concrete Perimeter Foundation

Interior Spaces

  • 1,437 Sq Ft Home
  • Beamed Ceilings
  • High Ceiling
  • Ceiling Fan
  • Double Pane Windows
  • Garden Windows
  • Family Room with Fireplace
  • Dining Room

Kitchen

  • Open to Family Room
  • Eat-In Kitchen
  • Breakfast Bar
  • Built-In Oven
  • Electric Oven
  • Gas Cooktop
  • Stove
  • Dishwasher
  • Granite Countertops

Flooring

  • Wood
  • Tile

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 3 Bedrooms
  • Main Floor Bedroom
  • Primary Bedroom Suite
  • Remodeled Bathroom
  • Bathroom on Main Level
  • 2 Full Bathrooms
  • Low Flow Toliet
  • Bathtub Includes Tile Surround
  • Walk-in Shower
  • Low Flow Shower

Laundry

  • Laundry in unit
  • Washer and Dryer

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating System
  • Pellet Stove burns compressed wood to generate heat
  • Vented Exhaust Fan
  • Cable TV Available

Additional Features

  • Shed
  • 100 SF Accessory Dwelling Unit

Community Details

  • Courtyard

Listing and Financial Details

  • Assessor Parcel Number 042-342-04-000

Home Details

Home Type

Single Family

Est. Annual Taxes

$12,233

Year Built

Built in 1970

Lot Details

0

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Subclass: Single Family Home
  • Age: 55
  • Listing Class: Residential
  • Second Res Apx Sq Ft: 100
  • Structure Sq Ft: 1437
  • Year Built: 1970
  • Zoning Description: R-1-4
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Detached

Interior Features

  • Family Room: Kitchen / Family Room Combo
  • Fireplace: Family Room, Pellet Stove
  • Dining Room: Breakfast Bar, No Formal Dining Room, Dining Area, Eat in Kitchen
  • Kitchen: Countertop - Granite, Dishwasher, Cooktop - Gas, Oven - Built-In, Exhaust Fan, Refrigerator, Oven - Electric
  • Living Sq Ft: 1437
  • Bedrooms: Primary Suite / Retreat, More than One Bedroom on Ground Floor, Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Laundry: Washer / Dryer, Inside
  • Flooring: Tile, Wood
  • Fireplaces Min: 1
  • Maximum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Minimum Numberof Bedrooms: 3
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathroom: Stall Shower, Tile, Updated Bath, Full on Ground Floor, Primary - Stall Shower(s), Stall Shower - 2+
  • Fireplace: Yes

Exterior Features

  • Foundation: Concrete Perimeter
  • Roof: Flat / Low Pitch, Polyurethane
  • Yard/Grounds: Back Yard, Fenced, Storage Shed / Structure, Low Maintenance, Courtyard
  • Fencing: Fenced Back, Fenced Front, Mixed Height / Type, Fenced
  • Construction Type: Wood

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • Parking Spaces: 4
  • Garage Max: 1
  • Garage Min: 1
  • Garage Parking Features: Attached Garage, Off-Street Parking

Utilities

  • Cooling System: Ceiling Fan
  • Heating System: Stove - Pellet, Central Forced Air
  • Sewer/Septic System: Sewer - Public, Sewer Connected

Association/Amenities

  • Amenities Miscellaneous: Open Beam Ceiling, Inverted Floor Plan, Garden Window, High Ceiling

Schools

  • School District: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School: Mar Vista Elementary
  • Middle School: Aptos Junior High
  • High School: Aptos High
  • High School: 826
  • Elementary School: 812
  • Middle School: 820

Lot Info

  • Parcel Number: 042-342-04-000
  • Lot Acres: 0.0690
  • Lot Size Area Minimum Units: Square Feet
  • Minimum Lot Size: 3006.00
  • Lot Size Area Maximum Units: Square Feet
  • Maximum Lot Size: 3006.00

Green Features

  • Energy Features: Low Flow Shower, Low Flow Toilet, Double Pane Windows

Multi Family

  • Utilities: Public Utilities
  • Second Unit Description: Storage Shed

MLS Schools

  • High School District Text: Pajaro Valley Unified
  • Elementary School Text: Mar Vista Elementary
  • High School Text: Aptos High
  • Middle School Text: Aptos Junior High

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 9, 2025
Closed on
Jun 27, 2025
Sold by
Arniaz Revocable Trust and Arnaiz Anthony Gene
Bought by
Ricks Lynda M and Groves Kathleen M
Seller's Agent
Ben Strock
eXp Realty of California Inc
Buyer's Agent
Katie Caragio
eXp Realty of California Inc
List Price
$1,237,000
Sold Price
$1,140,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$97,000
-7.84%
Views
192

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
77.40%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Outstanding Balance
$199,810
Interest Rate
6.25%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional
Estimated Equity
$1,028,385

Purchase Details

Closed on
Feb 8, 2018
Sold by
Ball Jerrold Lynne and Ball Nancy Louise
Bought by
Arnaiz Anthony Gene and Arnaiz Lana Michelle

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$370,000
Interest Rate
3.95%
Mortgage Type
Construction

Purchase Details

Closed on
Nov 7, 2002
Sold by
Ball Jerrold Lynne and Ball Nancy Louise
Bought by
Ball Jerrold Lynne and Ball Nancy Louise

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$100,000
Interest Rate
5.95%

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jun 1, 1994
Sold by
Ball Jerrold L and Ball Nancy
Bought by
Ball Jerrold Lynne and Ball Nancy Louise
Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Type Sale Price Title Company
Grant Deed $1,140,000 Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed -- Old Republic Title Company
Grant Deed $900,000 North American Title Company
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Multiple
Interfamily Deed Transfer -- Multiple
Grant Deed -- --
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Loan Amount Loan Type
Open $200,000 New Conventional
Previous Owner $370,000 Construction
Previous Owner $100,000 No Value Available
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price Change Sq Ft Price
07/08/2025 07/08/25 Sold $1,140,000 -7.8% $793 / Sq Ft
05/19/2025 05/19/25 Pending -- -- --
05/09/2025 05/09/25 For Sale $1,237,000 -- $861 / Sq Ft
Source: MLSListings

Tax History Compared to Growth

Source: Public Records

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $12,233 $1,024,047 $796,481 $227,566
2023 $11,987 $984,281 $765,552 $218,729
2022 $11,733 $964,981 $750,541 $214,440
2021 $11,400 $946,061 $735,825 $210,236
2020 $11,212 $936,360 $728,280 $208,080
2019 $10,937 $918,000 $714,000 $204,000
2018 $4,515 $332,906 $174,379 $158,527
2017 $4,463 $326,378 $170,960 $155,418
2016 $4,359 $319,979 $167,608 $152,371
2015 $4,282 $315,172 $165,090 $150,082
2014 $4,174 $308,998 $161,856 $147,142
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: MLSListings

MLS Number: ML82006029

MLSListings

APN: 042-342-04-000